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By idyllic beaches and crystalline waters on Abu Dhabi’s largest natural atoll, the Radisson Blu Abu Dhabi Yas Island hotel is dedicated to turning every business trip into a luxurious treat

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Peacefully remote yet readily accessible, the Radisson Blu Hotel, Abu Dhabi Yas Island attracts business travellers as well as those looking for a spot of winter sun or an escape, away from it all. It is a mere 10-minute drive from the international airport and a short distance to the UAE’s cultural capital, Abu Dhabi.

Located on Yas Island, one of Abu Dhabi’s largest natural islands, the hotel, along with its sister property the Park Inn Abu Dhabi Yas Island, hugs the edge of an 18-hole golf course and lies adjacent to a pristine sandy beach and the crystal clear waters of the Persian Gulf.

The island is home to a world-class Formula One track as well as the adrenaline-fuelled Yas Waterworld and Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. Numerous renowned restaurants, spas and the Yas Links golf course confirm the island’s status as a prime destination for leisure and business travellers.

Making life easy
Radisson Blu is one of the few hotel groups to offer free high-speed internet and a speciality ‘super breakfast’ – an extensive buffet featuring the best of continental, north European and American cuisine. The hotel also offers the more flexible ‘grab and run’ breakfast, for guests who do not have the time to sit and enjoy a leisurely morning meal. This includes takeaway tea and coffee, along with fresh fruits and energy bars.

Making life easier for guests is the hotel’s key aim. The ‘one touch service’ comprehensively takes care of guests’ needs – whether that is room service, a question for the concierge or a special request – at the touch of a button.

With numerous meeting and event rooms, state-of-the-art business facilities, themed restaurants serving exceptional food, refreshing outdoor pools, health and fitness installations, and a genuinely warm service with a consistently positive attitude, the Radisson Hotel, Abu Dhabi Yas Island is the perfect place to stay while visiting the UAE’s vibrant capital.

Each of the spacious rooms and suites offers a balcony with spectacular views of the Arabian Gulf

Elegant and stylish, each of the 397 spacious rooms and 30 suites offers a balcony with spectacular views of the Arabian Gulf, Yas Links and Yas Marina Circuit. They are designed for comfort and equipped with the latest amenities, such as individually controlled air conditioning, high-speed wireless internet, flat-screen TVs, premium tea and coffee facilities, and kingsize beds.

Dine and de-stress
Filini is a contemporary Italian bar and restaurant serving simply cooked Italian food, based on carefully chosen ingredients. The setting is smart and modern and the service is friendly, fast and unpretentious.

The restaurant’s seasonally changing menu is imaginative, but with an emphasis on classic presentation and cooking that is never overcomplicated. With a fantastic view of the golf course and the sea, the restaurant’s ambience is stylish, contemporary and uncluttered. Dramatically lit spaces and a lively show kitchen, coupled with the opportunity for al fresco dining, make this an exciting culinary option.

For all-day dining with impressive views of the golf course and sea, Assymetri serves exquisite buffets with flavours borrowed from around the world. Live cooking stations offer fresh preparations in elegant surroundings and diners are invited to enjoy a leisurely breakfast or dine on the open-air terrace of the restaurant.

For a more casual dining experience, Sham’s Pool Bar is a sought-after spot in which to enjoy snacks and drinks throughout the day. At the end of the day, kick back with a signature cocktail and enjoy a stunning Abu Dhabi sunset.

The stylish Fast Track Lobby Bar is a popular stop for busy guests between their comings and goings, and makes a great location for business meetings. Serving coffee throughout the day and cocktails in the evenings, the Fast Track Lobby Bar is comfortable, convenient and central.

Tucked away on the first floor, The Spa is the perfect oasis for head-to-toe pampering. The Spa prides itself on its professional services and personal attention in a secluded and peaceful environment. Hotel guests and local residents are welcomed warmly with a comprehensive range of treatments. The Spa has teamed up with Aromatherapy Associates, a global leader in the real application of aromatherapy, to provide therapies that soothe, relax and de-stress.

Staying fit and well while travelling is made easy with the hotel’s fully equipped gym, tennis courts and leisure pools. The Health Club is open daily, from 6am to 10pm.

Events essentials
Relaxation is always possible, but it is the hotel’s corporate amenities that have ensured it is our Best Business Hotel, Abu Dhabi, 2013. With meeting facilities capable of hosting gatherings from 10 to 500 persons, the Radisson Blu Hotel, Abu Dhabi Yas Island’s resort atmosphere is complemented by a dedicated team of professionals – on hand to ensure every event is a success.

The 445sq m Galaxy Ballroom is regularly in demand for large events and seven additional meeting spaces – Cetus, Indus, Andromeda, Corvus, Fomax, Hercules and Lyra – can each be customised to suit guests’ needs. These meeting spaces can accommodate up to 445 people.

Meeting and event bookers can also take advantage of the Radisson Blu’s ‘Experience Meetings’. This concept harmonises the meeting essentials – breakout rooms, food and connectivity – with the intangibles – service, satisfaction and sustainability – to aid efficiency and stimulate creativity.

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